Greenwich Baths is a sheltered harbour swimming enclosure on Albert Street, Greenwich, where clear, calm water comes with a view down the river to the city. Open from late September to April, it suits families, lap swimmers and anyone who likes a supervised harbour swim.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour or river baths
- Facilities and access
- Seasonal
- Cost
- Entry fee during supervised hours
- Best time to go
- Summer weekday mornings
- Water quality
- GoodGreenwich Baths, 0.1 km away. Sampled 27 Oct. Data: NSW Beachwatch, CC BY 4.0.
- Town
- Greenwich, NSW
What it's like
The enclosure sits in a sheltered bay on the north side of the harbour, with a leafy slope behind and the city skyline in view. The water is calm and clear enough for laps or just floating about. Built in the 1920s and refurbished in the late 1990s, it has long been the summer backyard for local families.
When to go
The baths open for summer in late September and run until April. Weekday mornings are quietest and school holidays are busiest. Skip it for a few days after heavy rain.
Getting there and facilities
The baths are on Albert Street, Greenwich. There are toilets, including accessible toilets, and a kiosk in season. Entry is charged during supervised hours.
Good to know
Hours and fees change through the season, so check before a special trip. Harbour water quality drops after rain.